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Roubaix Expert
A carbon frame endurance bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,600| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Ultegra |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Specialized Roubaix is celebrated for its innovative Future Shock suspension system, offering a smooth ride over rough terrain and cobbles, while maintaining a race-ready stiffness and efficiency. Its versatility and comfort make it a standout in the endurance category, though some reviews note a harsh rear end and the system's lack of damping as drawbacks. The bike's design and technology aim to blend speed with comfort, making it a favorite for long rides and challenging surfaces.
Innovative Future Shock suspension for smooth ride over rough terrain
Light and stiff frame suitable for racing
Versatile for various weather conditions and terrains
Comfortable on rough roads and cobbles
Fast and efficient on smooth pavement
Future Shock lacks damping, leading to handlebar bounce
Rear end can feel harsh
Not the most puncture-resistant tires
Slightly aero tube shaping can cause side push in strong winds
Specialized had met its goal of crafting a bike that tames the road, offers up grand control, and will possibly give Specialized-sponsored riders another shot at glory while delivering a safer, more secure ride to consumers.Bicycling
The bike simply felt fast on the first cobblestone section, smoothly flying over the pavé at speed.
BikerumorThe new Future Shock feels controlled.
Cycling TipsIt’s the Holy Grail of endurance bike design, right?
VeloNewsFeedback?
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Oct 2019 · Cycling Weekly
The 2019 Specialized S-Works Roubaix has a new look, a new direction and a faster ride, is it better?
Fast ride
Relatively comfortable up front
Capable on multi terrain
Rear end is harsh
Apr 2019 · Veronika Benson
At the peak of the Spring Classics, we had the chance to put Specialized’s all-new Future Shock 2.0 front suspension Roubaix endurance road bike to a true test on the bergs, pavé & wind swept roads that define those iconic one-day races. While the Roubaix certainly proved its mettle with Phillipe Gilbert winning Paris-Roubaix on …
Apr 2019 · Dave Rome
“Lighter than our Venge and more aero than our Tarmac.” That’s an attractive statement for anyone seeking a new race bike. In this case, it applies to Specialized’s all-new Roubaix, the company’s long-standing endurance platform. Announced just in time for its namesake race, the new Roubaix retains and improves on a number of the platform’s […]
Apr 2019 · Brittany Jones
Specialized introduces a new Roubaix, with revamped Future Shock technology, better aerodynamics, and women's-specific components.
Jan 2018 · Matthew Page
Game-changing Future Shock adds the wow factor to an already excellent bike
Future Shock works beautifully
Great Ultegra brakes
Fast and reasonably light climbing and descending
High front end
Complicated cockpit setup
Reduced front end feel
Jul 2017 · Benjamin Topf, Manuel Buck, Robin Schmitt
“Smoother is faster” – that’s the slogan for the Specialized Roubaix Expert Ultegra Di2, the new comfort-miracle from Specialized.
May 2017 · William Tracy
The new Roubaix raises something of an existential question: Just how soft do we want our road bikes?
| Frame | Specialized FACT 10r carbon, Endurance Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock suspension, 20mm of travel, flat disc mounts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Ultegra |
| Stem | Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert Hover, alloy, 75x125mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Expert, Adaptive Edge design, hollow titanium rails, carbon fiber base, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized CG-R, FACT carbon, single-bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra 8000, long cage, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra 8000, braze-on |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra R8000, 50/34T |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra 8020, hydraulic disc |
| Cassette | Shimano 11-speed Ultegra 8000, 11-32t |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano Ultegra 8020, hydraulic disc, Rear: Shimano Ultegra 8020, hydraulic disc Type: Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval SLX 24 Disc, DT Swiss 350 hubs, DT Swiss Competition spokes, 24h, Rear: Roval SLX 24 Disc, DT Swiss 350 hubs, DT Swiss Competition spokes, 24h |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x28mm, Rear: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x28mm |
First added November 6
Last updated November 6
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